Smoothies give real energy kicks and make a nice caffeine replacement.
Ingredients
- 1 peach
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons Brazil nuts or other nut
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in the blender and smooth it.
Blueberries are considered a great stomach-fat fighter. They are full of phytonutrients and antioxidants and are low-calorie. Peaches are packed with vitamins and filling fiber. Adding Brazil nuts is a great way to get a good dose of selenium, zinc, protein, magnesium, and thiamine.
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This recipe has been adapted from “Green Smoothie Joy” by Cressida Elias. To buy this book, click here.
Nutrition facts:
- Calories: 140.3
- Protein: 2.3 grams
- Carbohydrates: 31.9 grams
- Fat: 1.6 grams
- Iron: 2.7 percent
- High in potassium, vitamins C and E, and manganese